Surf Coast Walk
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How far have we progressed with our plans to create a continuous walking track between Torquay and Lorne?
Progress report 28 July 2010
Works are currently underway at the Eumeralla Scout Camp to replace the old timber steps with a long set of rugged limestone steps. The track is currently closed at the site but is expected to re-open soon. A detour will be in place until then. The new steps will offer some great views towards Anglesea and Aireys Inlet.
In Fairhaven, work is about to start on rebuilding an existing section of track, which involves removing some steps to make it accessible to a wider range of users. We’ll also be rebuilding parts of the track between Anglesea and Point Roadknight to improve drainage and make the track safer and more sustainable.
Work is continuing on vegetation and Aboriginal heritage surveys as part of the approvals process.
Progress report 6 July 2010
Works completed to date include:
- upgrading the path between Yellow Bluff and Gilbert Street to provide a vital pram-friendly link to and from the Torquay Adventure Playground, and
- building new sections in the Anglesea area to provide access around the perimeter of the beachfront caravan park and connect some existing paths. Eventually these sections will be linked up to provide an uninterrupted track from Point Addis to Point Roadknight.
Progress report 30 March 2010
The Melba Pde to Point Roadknight section of the Surf Coast Walk has been completed and represents the first on-ground works.
The final project plan has been completed and includes route maps and details about schedules, cost estimates and other planning details.
The application for consent under the Coastal Management Act has been lodged with the Department of Sustainability and Environment for the works to be undertaken during 2010. Work is underway to prepare and submit the requisite documentation as part of the consent process, which includes cultural heritage management and vegetation management plans for the areas in question. Planning permits have also been lodged with the relevant bodies.
